Continuing with comments on Charlie Carr's article on paper use (see previous post), he advances other reasons paper is critical to our lives, our economy, and our future:
* Paper is Biodegradable. When we look for environmental problems, one of the biggest is material that will not decompose. Most plastics, metals, electronic devices, appliances, many of which we refuse to/or cannot stop using, are included. Paper is not among these.
* Paper is Recyclable. Thirty seven percent of US pulp is produced from recovered paper. In 2007, this averaged about 360 lbs for each person in America. By 2012, 60% of the paper we consume will be from recovered paper.
* Paper is a Significant Part of our Economy. Yes, there will be those who say that needs to change, perhaps with some merit, but in the meantime, in the midst of unprecedented economic woes, and a Stimulus Package costing us billions, what are we to do? Facts are that paper products are $393 billion annually, and the industry employs 2.9 million people, compared to 1.2 million in the auto industry.
* Paper is Efficient. Many paper products. such as books, are used for centuries. It is easiest to read and use over electronics. And it allows for the combination of tactile & visual learning, making education easier and more effective.
The next time someone is critical of paper, perhaps you now can set the record & them straight.
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